Manal, Ojha bowlers give India U19 clear edge over SL U19 on Youth Test
The India U19 cricket team established a dominant position against Sri Lanka U19 on the second day of their Youth Test. Centuries from Manal Chauhan and Kushagra Ojha helped India post 411 runs before their bowlers restricted the Sri Lankan side to 122 for eight.
Why it matters
This match is a key development in youth international cricket, showcasing emerging talent and the competitive landscape of junior-level sports.
Manal Chauhan joined Kushagra Ojha in the century-makers’ list, and bowlers supported them with a fine spell as India U19 reduced Sri Lanka U19 to 122 for eight to snatch complete command on Day 2 of the Youth Test here on Tuesday (July 21, 2026).
Chauhan (150, 244b, 20x4, 1x6), overnight 55, carried on Ojha’s good work (111, 193b, 12x4, 2x6) as India posted 411 all out in their first innings, after beginning the day from 253 for three.
Chauhan and Ojha added 155 runs for a solid fourth wicket stand that spread across the two match days after which India found themselves ahead by 289 runs.
It was the second 100-plus alliance of the innings after a 122-run partnership for the third wicket between Ojha and skipper Yashobardhan Chauhan (78) on the previous day.
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